Replace one tooth
Single tooth implants — the most natural-feeling tooth replacement.
When you’ve lost a single tooth, an implant is almost always the best long-term replacement. It looks, feels, and functions like the tooth that’s missing — without affecting the healthy teeth around it.
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed into the jaw where a tooth root used to be. Once the bone heals and integrates with the post (a process that takes three to six months), we attach a custom crown on top. The result is indistinguishable from a natural tooth in everyday function.
The advantage over a bridge is significant. A bridge requires crowning the healthy teeth on either side of the gap, which means cutting away healthy tooth structure. An implant stands on its own — it preserves the neighboring teeth and the bone underneath, and it doesn’t require any flossing tricks (you brush and floss it like a regular tooth).
Dr. Weatherwax handles single-tooth implant cases start to finish, including the surgical placement and the final crown. Most general dental practices send these cases to specialists; we’ve invested in the training and equipment to keep them in-house. Same dentist for the planning, the placement, and the restoration.
Single-tooth implants have a success rate above 95% and routinely last 20+ years with normal care. Patients are usually surprised by how comfortable the procedure is, especially with sedation.
When to come in
Come see us if…
- You’re missing one tooth and exploring replacement options.
- A tooth has been recommended for extraction and you’d like to plan the replacement.
- You have a bridge that’s failing and want to compare an implant for the next round.
New Patients Welcome
Ready to plan your visit?
Whether it’s been six months or six years since your last appointment, you’re welcome here. Getting started takes just a few minutes — and we’ll meet you where you are.